DeKalb County Visitor's Guide

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Come to DeKalb County to experience our “Contemporary Culture & Countryside Charm.” We are located just 60 miles west of Chicago. Our hotels and attractions are family-friendly and affordable. Shopping, dining, wineries, festivals, apple orchards, pumpkin patches and NCAA Division 1 sports are all a part of our landscape … we have something for everyone.

Savor local cuisine, shop for unique treasures and antiques in our historical downtown shopping districts. Enjoy a tour of one of our local wineries while you sample some of our region’s award-winning wines.

DeKalb County is home to a thriving arts and cultural scene that features both regional and national entertainment. Our regional theatre groups combined with Northern Illinois University provide a wide-variety of cultural experiences year-round.

This year we are proud to host the IHSA state football championships, IESA state wrestling championships, Illinois Square Dancers Association Convention, Jehovah Witness Conventions, Pop Warner Cheer, MS: Tour de Farms, and Team Dance Illinois to name just a few of the groups we will welcome to DeKalb County.

We look forward to your visit!

Debbie ArmstrongDebbie Armstrong, Executive DirectorDeKalb County Convention and Visitors BureauPromoting tourism in DeKalb County815/756-1336 • 877/[email protected]

Welcome to

DeKalb County


Welcome 3

Transportation 6

Group Tours 7

Historical DeKalb County 10-11

Arts & Attractions 12-13

Drive the Lincoln Highway 14

The Great Outdoors 16

Wineries & Breweries 17

Sports & Recreation 18-20

10th Annual Kite Fest 21

Northern Illinois University 22

Shopping 24-29

Weddings in DeKalb County 30

Spas & Salons 30-31

County Map 32-33

Meetings & Event Venues 34

Accommodations 36-37

Restaurants 41-47

Calendar of Events 48-58

Our Communities 59-61

Advertising Index 62

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The 2015 DeKalb County Visitors Guide was published by Shaw Media

The DeKalb County CVB would like to express our appreciation to the following

organizations and individuals for help bringing this visitors guide to you:

The DeKalb County BoardThe DeKalb County Economic

Development Committee

Legislative Center200 North Main Street

Sycamore, IL 60178(815) 895-7189

www.dekalbcountyorg.com

Project Manager: Lisa AngelDesign & Layout: Allison LaPortaCover Photo: MorningStar Media

Every attempt has been made to verify that the information in this guide is

correct. The DCCVB assumes no liability for incorrect, omitted, or outdated

information. At the time of print, all information was correct as supplied. We

encourage you to visit: dekalbcounty.cvb.com prior to your trip for any changes in event dates or other

information.

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DeKalb Taylor Municipal airporT3232 Pleasant St. • DeKalb, IL 815-748-2020 • [email protected]

DTMA is situated approximately 60 miles west of Chicago, and is easily accessible via I-88 east, then to the Peace Road exit. Runways are capable of handling small planes and corporate jets. From the north or south, take I-39 to I-88 east, then to the Peace Road exit.

Instrument landing system for Runway 2 has been published. No landing fees.Airport identifier is DKB.

HuSKie buS lineVeolia Transportation 1825 Pleasant Street • DeKalb, IL 815-758-6900 • huskieline.com

The Huskie line bus service is in full swing when NIU is in session. NIU students ride free with current student identification. Public may ride for $1.00 (exact change only). Children under 5 ride free with an adult. Check their website for complete details on routes and times.

elburn Train SHuTTle1825 Pleasant Street • DeKalb, IL 815-758-6900 • huskieline.com

This shuttle operates when Northern Illinois University is in session. It departs from the Holmes Student Center and delivers passengers right to the Elburn Metra Station. It runs on Fridays and Sundays. Call for times.

The Green and Blue Line Bus Services connecting DeKalb and Sycamore are affordable and open to the general public. The cost is $.50 per ride. Children under 5 ride free. Exact change is required. Senior Citizens (60 and older), persons with disabilities and Medicare conditions ride free.

Busses run Monday – Friday, from 7am – 9pm., except holidays. They also connect between Sycamore and DeKalb at the following locations:

Front entrance of Kishwaukee Hospital (One Kish Hospital Drive)Bus Shelter at Ben Gordon (12 Health Services Drive)South Entrance of Wal-Mart (2300 Sycamore Road)

City of DeKalb Green Line Bus Service1606 Bethany RoadDeKalb, IL815-758-3932

City of Sycamore Blue Line Bus Service 1606 N. Bethany RoadSycamore, IL 815-758-3932

Transportation

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There is so much to do and see in DeKalb County. Come and stay for the day or better yet spend the night. We offer sample itineraries on our website at: dekalbcountycvb.com, but the possibilities are endless.

The DeKalb County Convention & Visitors Bureau staff provide complimentary services and assist with custom itineraries, hotel accommodations, locally themed and educational tours.

Visit one of our museums, enjoy live theatre, tour a winery or a craft brewery, experience a farm or barn tour. Enjoy a leisurely lunch or dinner and sample some of the local confections. Then get ready to indulge in a little retail therapy in one of our historical shopping districts.

If you are looking to escape to the great outdoors, tour our community gardens, visit an apple orchard, pumpkin patch or a corn maze. Enjoy a demonstration on how to make apple cider, shop for locally grown food and indulge in fall treats.

Welcome bags are provided to visitors along with maps and other helpful information to make your stay more enjoyable compliments of the bureau.

Call us at 877/335-2521 or email [email protected]

today so we can help plan your visit to DeKalb County today!

TAXI

B.O.W.’s Taxi Service 815-217-1242

STS 815-899-1902

LIMOSBlue Sky Limousine815/787-9800

Custom DeKalb O’Hare Limousine815/517-0614

DeCab Taxi322 E. Sunset Pl., DeKalb, IL815/757-6430 • facebook.com/decab.taxi

Electric Limo Eco-conscious Transportation1831 W. Forestview, Sycamore, IL630/674-4244 • electriclimoco.com

Homes James Limousine815/748-5466 • DeKalb, IL

Limo Bill Limousine2300 Sycamore Rd., Ste. 2, DeKalb815/739-4455

TransVac – Voluntary Action Center1606 Bethany Road, Sycamore815/758-3932

SOS Limos604 Northgate Dr., Sycamore815/690-3967

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Clinton Township Library110 S. Elm St., Waterman264-3339

DeKalb Public Library309 Oak St., DeKalb756-9568 • dkpl.orgMon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. 1pm-5pm

DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association 111 S. Second St., Ste. 204, DeKalb756-8737 • daaha.org

Ellwood House Museum509 N. First St., DeKalb756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Flewellin Memorial Library108 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona824-2079

Gurler House205 Pine St., DeKalb758-4897 • gurlerhouse.org

Hinckley Historical Society145 E. Lincoln Hwy., HinckleyOpen Saturday 10am to 3pm

Historic Guided ToursMalta • 825-2330 by appointment

Historic Self-Guided Tours111 S. 2nd St., Ste. 202, DeKalb756-1336 • dekalbcountycvb.com

Joseph F. Glidden Homestead & Historical center921 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-7904 • gliddenhomestead.orgJune-Oct 2nd & 4th Sun. 12pm-4pm; Tues. 10am-2pm; or by appt.

Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society622 Park Ave., Genoa784-5559Open 2nd Sunday of the month from 2pm-4pm; Wed. 1pm-5pm; or by appt.

Malta Historical & Genealogical Society127 N. 3rd St., Malta825-2330 • by appointment

Marie Louise Olmstead Museum100 S. Depot, Somonauk498-2417 or 228-1474Open Sundays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, unless it is a holiday and tours by appt.

Memorial Park/Soldiers & Sailors ClockWWI memorial honoring veterans.Northeast Corner of 1st & Lincoln Highway, DeKalb

Milan Township One Room School House8 Gabel Hall, NIU, DeKalb753-1236 or 753-1241 cedu.niu.edu/blackwellMon.-Wed. 12pm-4:30pm; Fri. 12pm-4:30pm; or by appt.

NIU RegionalHistory CenterSwen Parson, Room 155, DeKalb753-1779

North Grove School26745 Brickville Rd., Sycamore762-3603 • northgroveschool.orgTours by appt. spring, summer, fall by emailing: [email protected]

Northern IllinoisVeteran’s MemorialFranklin Township Park, 3rd Street, Kirklandvillageofkirkland.com

Historical DeKalb County

All Area Codes 815 Unless Noted

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Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL www.niu.eduMuseums open by appointment for group tours

BLACKWELL HISTORY OF EDUCATION MUSEUM AND RESEARCH COLLECTIONSPreserving the history of American Education and featuring a One Room Schoolhouse

NIU ANTHROPOLOGY MUSEUMAND RESEARCH COLLECTIONSCelebrating cultural diversity around the world with dynamic exhibitions

NIU ART MUSEUMCounter-balancing contemporary and traditional art for an eye-opening look at culture

The Learning Center, Gabel HallRoom 8 – Hours Vary, 815.753.1236www.cedu.niu.edu/blackwell

Faye-Cooper Cole HallT-F 10-4, Sat 10-2, 815.753.2520www.niu.edu/anthro_museum

Altgeld Hall, First Floor, West EndT-F 10-5, Sat 12-4, 815.753.1936www.niu.edu/artmuseum

3 FREE PUBLIC MUSEUMS WORTH EXPLORING!

Sandwich FairgroundsSuydam Rd. and Fair Wind Blvd., Sandwich786-2159 • sandwichfair.com

Sandwich Opera House140 E. Railroad Street, Sandwich786-2555 • sandwichoperahouse.comMon.-Fri. 8:30am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm

Stone Mill Museum and the Sandwich Historical SocietyRailroad and Lafayette Street, Sandwich786-2513 or 498-4401April-October Sunday 1pm-4pm, except holidays or by appt.

Shabbona-Lee-Rollo Historical Museum119 W. Comanche, Shabbona824-2597Tues. & Thurs. 9am-3pm; Sat. 9am-11am or by appt.

Sycamore History Museum Engh Farm1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore895-5762 • sycamorehistory.orgTues.-Sat. 10am-3pm

Sycamore Public Library & Joiner History Room103 East State Street, Sycamore895-2500; 895-7271Tuesday & Thursday10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Waterman Area Heritage Society180 W. Lincoln St., Waterman264-3461Sat. 1pm-3pm or by appt.


Carmike Cinemas Market 102160 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb787-2739 • carmike.com

DeKalb Municipal BandHopkins Park1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-6663dekalbparkdistrict.com

Egyptian Theatre135 N. 2nd St., DeKalb758-1215egyptiantheatre.org

The House Café263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-9547thehousecafe.net

Kishwaukee Symphony OrchestraP.O. Box 310, DeKalb756-3728 • kishorchestra.org

Kishwaukee Valley Art LeagueP.O. Box 523, Sycamore790-6111 • kval.us

NIU Convocation center1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb752-6800 • niuconvo.com

NIU School of MusicBoutell MemorialConcert Hall, DeKalb753-1551 • niu.edu/music

NIU School of Theatre and DanceStevens Building and Gabel Hall, DeKalb753-1600 • niu.edu/theatre

Sandwich Opera House140 E. Railroad St., Sandwich786-2555 sandwichoperahouse.org

Stage Coach Theatre126 S. 5th St., DeKalb758-1940stagecoachers.com

Sycamore State Street Theatre420 W. State St., Sycamore895-2301sycamorestatetheater.com

Wow 7 Cinemas101 Duvick Ave., Sandwich786-1999 • wow7.com


Theatres & Performing Arts

Arts & Attractions

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For more information, contact the box office at 815-753-1600 or visit www.niu.edu/theatre

Imagination

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Art Attack215 W. Elm, Suite 202, Sycamore899-9440 • sycamoreartattack.org

The Art Box308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-0313

Blue Moon Bikes Vintage Sting Ray Museum211 W. State St., Sycamore899-3100 • bluemoonbikes.com

DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association111 S. 2nd St., Ste. 204, DeKalb756-8737 • daaha.org

DeKalb Area Women’s center1021 State St., DeKalb758-1351

Ellwood House Museum509 N. First St., DeKalb756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Gallery 215 North215 N. 4th Street, DeKalb753-1473

Jack Olson GalleryNIU Visual Arts Building, AB200 Art Gallery, DeKalb753-4521

Kishwaukee Valley Heritage Society Museum622 Park Ave. (West on Hwy. 72), Genoa784-5559 or 784-2199

Midwest Museum of Natural History425 W. State St., Sycamore895-9777 • mmnh.org

NIU Anthropology MuseumCole Hall, DeKalb753-2520niu.edu/anthro_museum

NIU Art Museum116 Altgeld Hall, First Floor, West End, DeKalb753-1936 • niu.edu/artmuseum

NIU Blackwell History of Education MuseumThe Learning Center, Gabel Hall, Room 8, DeKalb753-1236 • cedu.niu.edu/blackwell

NIU Regional History CenterSwen Parson, Room 155, DeKalb753-1779 • ulib.niu.edu/reghist/index.cfm

Stone Mill Museum311 E. Railroad St., Sandwich786-9075 • www.facebook.com/sandwichhistory

Sycamore History Museum1730 N. Main St., Sycamore895-5762 • sycamorehistory.org

Galleries & Museums


Illinois Lincoln Highway Interpretive Murals Relive the thrill of discovery that motorists experienced 100 years ago, as you uncover a past era woven together with the present along the Illinois Lincoln Highway, where every mile is a

story. Rediscover the charm of a road trip to enjoy our murals and gazebos.

Illinois Lincoln Highway Interpretive Gazebos There are 16 Illinois Lincoln Highway Coalition Gazebos across the Illinois route; enclosed interpretive panels offer

visitors intriguing stories and graphics, depicting the significance of the Lincoln Highway and its communities.

For a complete list of murals and gazebos visit: drivelincolnhighway.com

55 West Lincoln Highway, Cortland This mural vividly conveys the early era of road construction in Cortland. An image of the area and the crew that were contracted to supply gravel for the pavement project are the designs main elements.

Corner of Lincoln Highway and Seventh Street, DeKalb A detailed image of travelers in a 1913 Stevens-Duryea, a high-end touring car of its time, is the centerpiece of this mural. The mural’s border is cut and painted to represent the City of DeKalb’s memorial brick arch.

104 West Main Street, GenoaDepicted in the mural is a road dragging contest during the Good Roads Movement in the early 1900’s. A “sled” being dragged by a team of horses to smooth the road is the featured component used to tell the story.

127 North Third Street, MaltaThe mural gives striking detail of paving the Lincoln Highway’s first seedling mile, strategically located in Malta. Strong images of men doing the cement work and early road construction equipment are featured in the mural.

302 Willow Street, Maple ParkThis mural depicts the development of the Lincoln Highway and how it changed the look of America as roadside gasoline stations sprung up along the route in every town to accommodate motorists. By the

1920’s this filling station in Maple Park was a welcome site to drivers.

Corner of Lincoln Highway and Eleventh Street, DeKalb

Kishwaukee College, 21193 Malta Road (First Seedling Mile Marker), Malta

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Great Outdoors

The

Farms & OrchardsCamelot Christmas Tree Farm16380 S. Somonauk Rd., DeKalb756-6599 • camelottrees.com

Honey Hill Orchard11747 Waterman Rd., Waterman264-3337 • honeyhillorchards.com

Johnson’s Family Farm1765 W. State St., Sycamore895-3752 johnsonspumpkinsandmaze.com

Jonamac Orchard, Inc.19412 Shabbona Rd., Malta825-2158 • jonamacorchard.com

Kauffman Turkey Farm8519 Leland Road, Waterman264-3470 • hokaturkeys.com

Kuipers Family Farm1N318 Watson Rd., Maple Park827-5200 • kuipersfamilyfarm.com

Larson’s Family Farm4404 Somonauk Rd., Sandwich786-2249 • larsonfamilyfarm.com

Theis Farm Market6N953 County Line Rd., Maple Park895-9712 • theisfarmmarket.com

Yaeger’s Farm Market14643 State Route 38, DeKalb756-6005 • yaegersfarmmarket.com

You Pick Berries30683 Lanan Rd., Kingstonupberries.com

Farmers Markets Farmers Markets feature locally-grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts.

DeKalb Farmers MarketEvery Thursday (June 5th-Sept 25th)Van Buer Plaza, Corner of N. Second & Locust St., DeKalb756-6306 • dekalb.org

Genoa Open Air MarketLast Saturday of the Month (May 24th -Oct. 25th; 9am-2pm)Corner of Genoa & Main Street, Genoa784-6961 • genoamainstreet.org

Hinckley Farmers MarketEvery Saturday (Mid-June to Mid-Oct. depending on weather; 9am-Noon)Hinckley Fresh Market parking lot, corner of Rt. 30 and Somonauk Rd., Hinckley • 590-4069

Sandwich Farmers MarketEvery Saturday (Summer months; 9am-Noon)Moose Parking Lot - 1002 E. Church St., Sandwich786-7111 • sandwichmooselodge1016.com

Sycamore Farmers MarketEvery Sunday (June 1st-Sept 28th; 10am-2pm) Corner of Somonauk & Elm Street, Sycamore895-3456 • discoversycamore.com

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Wineries

Acquaviva Winery47W614 Route 38, Maple Park630-365-0333 • acquavivawinery.comTours by appointment

Cademon Brewery217 W. Main St., Genoa 827-6145 • cademon.com Tours by appointment

Prairie on State Wine Cellars322 State Street, Sycamore991-5266 • prairiestatewinery.comTours by appointment

Prairie State Winery222 W. Main Street, Genoa784-4540 • prairiestatewinery.comTours by appointment

Waterman Winery & Vineyards11582 Waterman Road, Waterman264-3268 • sunsetwines.netTours by appointmentTastings: April - December


& Breweries


Aurora Sportsman Club, Inc.7858 Preserve Road, Waterman264-9000 • aurorasc.org

Clifton Diving Ventures276 N. Cross St., Sycamore349-7574 cliftondivingventures.com

DeKalb Park DistrictAquatic Center & Hopkins Park1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-6663 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

DeKalb Park District Recreation Center1765 Sycamore Road, DeKalb758-7756 • dekalbparkdistrict.com

Four Seasons Bowling & Sports1745 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore895-5125 • bowlfourseasons.com

Genoa canoe rentalKishwaukee River, Genoa784-5612 • genoaparks.com

Genoa Fitness Center333 E. 1st St., Genoa784-3488 • genoaparks.com

Genoa Municipal Ice Rink (Winter Only)100 N Genoa Street, Genoa784-6961 • genoamainstreet.org

Genoa Township Park Pool & Recreation Center400 East 2nd Street, Genoa784-5612 • genoaparks.com

Idle Hour Lanes927 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 786-8257

Katz Park Skateboard ParkDresser Road & North First Street • DeKalb

Kishwaukee Family YMCA2500 W. Bethany Rd., Sycamore756-9577 • kishymca.org

Mardi Gras Lanes1730 Sycamore Road, DeKalb756-9411 • mardigrasbowl.com

Natural Resource CenterRussell Woods Forest PreserveGenoa • 784-2000dekalbcounty.org

NIU Huskie Athletics/NIU Convocation Center1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb752-6800 • niuhuskies.com

NIU Huskies Den Campus Entertainment Center340 Carroll Avenue, DeKalb753-1491 • huskiesden.niu.edu

Pete’s Train435 S Birch St., Waterman264-7753 • petestrain.com

Power Adventures325 Edward St., Sycamore991-5684 • poweradventures.org

Sandwich Sportsman Club1011 Hartman Trail Sandwich483-3174 sandwichsportsmansclub.com

Star Worlds Video Arcade1234 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-4599 • starworldsarcade.com

Sycamore Community Park & Pool940 East State Street, Sycamore 895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Sycamore Family Sports Center725 E. State St., Sycamore 895-7407 • sycamorefun.com

Recreation

Sports & Recreation

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Golf CoursesBuena Vista131 Buena Vista Dr., DeKalb758-4812 • buenavistagc.com

Chicago Golf & Tiki Tees210 S. Pointe Ct., DeKalb378-8171 chicagogolfandtikitees.com

Edgebrook Golf Course2100 Suydam Rd. Sandwich786-3058 • edgebrookgolf.com

Indian Oaks603 E. Preserve Rd., Shabbona824-2202indianoakscountryclub.com

The Oak Club of Genoa11770 Ellwood Greens Rd. Kingston • 784-5678

Prairie Pines6236 Route 38, DeKalb 758-5249 • prairiepinesgolf.com

River Heights1100 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb • 758-1550riverheightsgc.com

Sycamore Golf Club940 E. State St., Sycamore 895-3884 sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Disc GolfPioneer Park Disc Golf CourseNorth Street, Kirkland 630-495-7500midwestdiscgolf.com

Prairie Park Disc Golf Course401 Clifford DriveDeKalb • 758-6663dekalbparkdistrict.com


Sycamore rV resort375 E. North Ave.Sycamore • 895-5590sycamorervresort.com

Sycamore Speedway50W086 Old State Rd., Maple Park895-5454 sycamorespeedway.com

Village of Hinckley Parks & Recreation720 James St., [email protected]

Windy City Soaring12637 Rt. 30 West, Hinckley286-7200 windycitysoaring.org


Adee’s Woods4106 Old State Road, Kirklanddekalbcounty.org

Afton Forest Preserve13600 Crego Road, DeKalbdekalbcounty.org

Chamberlain Park400 E. Second St., Genoagenoaparks.com

Chief Shabbona Forest Preserve4490 Preserve Road, Shabbonadekalbcounty.org

Cortland Community Park70 S. Lanos St., Cortlandcortlandil.org

County Farm Woods2305 State Route 23, DeKalbdekalbcounty.org

DeKalb County Community Gardens DeKalb • 793-0950dekalbgardens.org

DeKalb/Sycamore TrailHopkins Park, DeKalbdekalbcounty.org

Harvey Creek Conservation AreaLions Rd., Sandwich • 786-8044

Hopkins Park1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalbdekalbparkdistrict.com

Knute Olson Jr.Forest Preserve12595 Baseline Road, Kingston dekalbcounty.org

Lion’s Park 101 Monroe Street, Malta 825-2330

MacQueen Park3640 Scout Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

Merritt Prairie14401 Keslinger Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Milestone Park(Skate and Splash Park)1375 North Castle St., Sandwich 786-8044 • sandwichparkdistrict.org

P.A. Nehring360 Bethany Road, DeKalb dekalbcounty.org

Pioneer Park650 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley286-3836 • hinckleyil.com

Potawatomi State Park32199 Kirkland Road, Kirkland dekalbcounty.org

Russell Woods11750 State Route 72, Genoadekalbcounty.org

Sandwich Park District1001 N. Latham, Sandwich 786-8044 • sandwichparkdistrict.org

Sannauk Preserve15250 US Highway 34, Somonaukdekalbcounty.org

Shabbona Lake State Park100 Preserve Road, Shabbona815-824-2106 • shabbonalake.com

Somonauk Community Park470 S. Depot St., Somonauk

Sycamore Community Park940 E. State St., Sycamore895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Sycamore Lake Rotary Park400 N. Cross St., Sycamore895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Sycamore Park District940 E. State St., Sycamore895-3365 • sycamoreparkdistrict.com

Wilkinson-Renwick MarshGlidden Road & Illinois Route 64 Kirkland • dekalbcounty.org

DeKalb County Bike Trails

Parks, Trails & Gardens

Great OutdoorsThe

Great Western Trail • Peace Road Trail • Kiwanis Pathway TrailMany of our businesses are bike friendly. For a complete list visit PedalPal.org

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The first DeKalb Kite Fest was held on September 6, 2006. This amazing event came to be because an 8 year old boy, Nathan Overman wrote a letter to then Mayor Frank Van Buer expressing his desire to bring his love of kiting to his hometown, DeKalb. According to Nathan, he broke one of his kites and his mom started looking online for ways to repair it. The Overman family would fly smaller kites in the parks around DeKalb County, so they were already avid kite enthusiasts when they started to attend festivals in other cities. At these festivals, they made friends with various people they met and became part of the kite enthusiast community. They purchased their first four line kite from Dave Zavell and another instant friendship was formed.

Dave Zavell owns and operates Chicago Kite. Dave, the Overmans and Chuck Siebrasse, Executive Director of the DeKalb Chamber, teamed up to bring the first kite festival to DeKalb. Around 300 people attended that first year.

This year, we celebrate the 10th Annual DeKalb Kite Fest. It has become one of the largest kite festivals in Illinois. Our bureau organizes the event with Doug Nelson, Kite Fest Chair. Attendance has grown to more than 4,000. It draws visitors from surrounding states and the suburbs.

Dave Zavell continues to recruit our kite family, who come every year to share their joy of flying kites with us. We couldn’t do it without them, our sponsors and the community volunteers.

One of the most anticipated activities is the kite candy drop. Yes, the candy drops from a kite! Many of the signature kites are at least 90 feet in length. We have families and visitors that anxiously await the Second Sunday in September to experience the joy of watching all the beautiful kites flying and dancing over the skies of DeKalb County.

Thank you, Nathan, for getting us started on this path. Your love for kiting is still being shared with both new and old friends that come together the Second Sunday in September.


Northern Illinois UniversityChartered in 1895, Northern Illinois University is a comprehensive teaching and research institution located near a vibrant research and development corridor. NIU’s main DeKalb campus is 65 miles west of Chicago and 45 miles southeast of Rockford and provides more than 60 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate- and doctoral- level programs in seven colleges (Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts). The university also operates education centers in Chicago, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, Oregon and Rockford, where working professionals can access NIU programs at convenient times and locations. Through internships, research, study abroad, over 300 student organizations and more, the faculty and staff of NIU work hard to provide you with life-changing opportunities. An NIU education is nationally recognized in quality, nationally ranked in value and aimed at providing you with personal, career and life success.

NIU ranks in the 2015 U.S. News & World Report top 110 Best Colleges in the public schools/national universities division.

The College of Engineering and Engineering Technology is ranked as the 41st Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs by U.S. News & World Report 2015 rankings.

The College of Education’s online graduate program is ranked first in the nation out of 170 schools in the 2014 Graduate Education category of U.S. News & World Report.

According to Bloomberg’s Businessweek (2013), NIU’s College of Business generates the best return-on-investment (ROI) when compared with all other business schools in the state of Illinois.

U.S. News & World Report ranks the Northern Illinois University Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) program in the top 10 nationally in the fields of city management and public finance.

NIU is the recipient of the Association for Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) inaugural “Place” award for excelling in community, social and cultural development.

NIU has been ranked in the top four percent of all American universities by the Carnegie Foundation, having received the agency’s highest possible designation – “Doctoral/Research University Extensive.”

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Founded in 1856, Castle Bank has a long history of providing Northern Illinois with an exceptional banking experience and building strong ties with every community and the great people we serve. From supporting local development to sponsoring local sports teams and nonprofit organizations, Castle Bank is proud to be a part of why Northern Illinois is a great place to live.

You deserve a better banking experience. Visit castlebank.com or stop into one of ourconvenient branch locations today.

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AirportYour Convenient Choice

3232 Pleasant St. • DeKalb, IL 60115(815) 758-3521

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• Competitive Fuel Prices• Easy Interstate access to

Chicago, Western Suburbs, Northern Illinois

• Nearby hotels, restaurants, shopping

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Ace Hardware361 Sycamore Rd., Genoa784-6004

Art’s Super Mart29 N. Eddy St., Sandwich786-6211 • artsfoodmarket.com

Blain’s Farm & Fleet 1300 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore 899-1716

Camp Store4100 Bluebird Ln., Shabbona824-2581 • shabbonalake.com

CVS Pharmacy1022 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-0648 • cvs.com

Dlc General524 N. Main St., Sycamore899-6300

Dollar General Store226 S. Somonauk Rd., Cortland756-17261401 S. 4th St., DeKalb 758-8303 527 W. Main St., Genoa784-9962122 Indian Springs Dr. #2, Sandwich 786-6496

Dollar Tree2060 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-7149 • dollartree.com

Duck Soup Coop129 E. Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb756-7044 • ducksoupcoop.com

Eggleston’s Pharmacy403 E. State St., Sycamore895-2444

Grab N’ Go1210 E. State St., Ste. 7, Sycamore991-5782

Gordon Hardware514 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-4511 • gordonhardware.com

Hickey’s Corner Store4201 State Hwy. 38, Malta825-2724

Hinckley Fresh Market710 James St., Hinckley286-3333 • hinckleyfreshmarket.com

HyVee of Sycamore2700 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-6174 • hy-vee.com

Inboden’s Meat Market & Full Service Catering 1106 N. 1st St., DeKalb756-5852 • meatplace.com

Jewel Osco220 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore895-52761320 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-5478

Kelley-Williamson Mobil Mart15 W. Lincoln Hwy., Cortland756-3598

Kirkland Five Star Dollar414 W. Main St., Kirkland522-2282

Larsen Hardware430 W. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman264-3662

Lehan Drugs1407 S. 4th Dr., DeKalb758-0911

Mattress Warehouse of DeKalb 1224 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-4999 • dekalbmattress.com

Northern Thrift109 N. 7th St., DeKalb501-4726

Osco Pharmacy220 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore895-2444

Piggly Wiggly 340600 Pearson Dr., Genoa784-7003

Schnucks975 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 748-6200

Essentials

Shopping

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252125

Floral & Garden

Stop-N-Shop708 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-0724

Stop & Save4742 E. 2750th Rd., Sandwich498-4351

Super One Dollar Store327 W. State St., Sycamore 895-6610

Village Ace Hardware1015 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-8776

Walgreen’s1340 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-4609100 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-181530 W. Church St., Sandwich 786-8653

Wisted’s Country Market102 S. Nokomis, Shabbona 824-2657

Blumen Gardens403 Edward St., Sycamore895-3737

DeKalb Florist & Greenhouse2131 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2705 • dekalbflorist.com

DeKalb Street Floral130 E. DeKalb St., Somonauk 498-1414

Everything Floral113 W. Main St., Genoa784-2344

The Flower Peddler101 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-9446

Glidden Campus Florist917 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-4455 • glidden-florist.com

Hinckley Floral950 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-7400

Johnsons Floral & Gifts37 S. Main St., Sandwich786-2151

Kar-Fre Flowers1126 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6558

Ka-Ti Flowers107 W. Navaho, Shabbona824-2443

Meagen Lee Floral Kirkland • 593-0393

Myers Lawn & Garden247 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-3920

Ozzie’s Greenhouse13441 Hinckley Rd., Hinckley286-7452

Sandwich Floral206 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-2135

Spino’s Garden Center18663 E. County Line Rd.Maple Park827-4444 • spinosgardencenter.com

Stran’s Garden Center1070 E. State St., Sycamore 895-8233

Rare Finds & Specialty ShopsAlexis Kay Designs128 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb762-6558 • alexiskaydesigns.com

A Perfect Silhouette866 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb517-0617

Antiques Vintage Collectables & Gifts134 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-5699facebook.com/AntiquesVintageCollectablesGiftsDeKalb

Armor Computer Shop143 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb754-0505 • armortechs.com

The Art Box308 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-0313 • dekalbgallery.com

Ax-In-Hand Guitar Specialist817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8898 • axinhand.com

The Bait Shop4778 US Highway 30, Shabbona 739-4522

Barnes Woodcraft204 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2774

Becky Beck’s Jewelry303 E. Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb758-3800 beckybecksjewelrystore.com

Bee Designs Embroidery & Screen Printing24637 Esmond Rd., Malta393-4593 • beedesigns.biz

Black Magic Customs Inc.4686 E. 29th Rd., Sandwich786-1977 • blackmagiccustoms.com

Blue Moon Balloon Co.127 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-1631 • bluemoonballoonco.com

Blue Moon Bikes Cycle & Fitness211 W. State St., Sycamore899-3100 • bluemoonbikes.com

Bob-Jo Cycle Co.50W112 Old State Rd., Maple Park895-5251 • bob-jocycleco.com

Bridget’s Kid Closet1132A Pleasant St., DeKalb 756-1222

Bullfrogs & Butterflies Resale Shoppe Inc.120 S. Maple St., Sycamore757-1146

Carter’s Cottage209 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb754-9700 carterscottageinteriors.com



The Carving Shop645 E. LaSalle St., Somonauk 498-9290 • thecarvingshop.net

Cassie’s Popcorn StandCorner of State and Maple, Sycamore

Catholic Gift Store770 N. Peace Rd., DeKalb787-0802 • thecatholicgiftstore.com

Chilton’s Sporting Goods248 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-3152

Christian Connection337 W. State St., Sycamore899-3262 • christianconnection.biz

Classic Books115 N. 1st. St., DeKalb748-3406

The Clock Shoppe330 W. State St., Sycamore895-6488

College Bound Thrifts122 E. Hillcrest, DeKalb748-1500

Competitive Edge, Inc.700 Peace Rd., DeKalb758-0056 • theedgeus.com

The Confectionary149 N. 2nd St., DeKalb758-5990 • theconfectionary.com235 W. State St., Sycamore 899-1616

The Corner Cobbler404 W. Railroad St., Kingston 784-4452

Country Store Thrift Shop659 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2378

Cracker Jax118 N. 3rd St., DeKalb758-8178

Creative Design119 W. Market St., Somonauk498-3429

D&D Jewelers303 W. State St., Sycamore895-3377 • ddjewelers.com

Decades235 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0309

DeKalb Harley Davidson969 N. Peace Rd., DeKalb 756-4558 • dekalbharley.com

Diamond Tour Golf203 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-2649 • diamondtourgolf.com

Down The Rabbit Hole248 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb757-6707

Ducky’s Formal Wear250 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-7703 • duckysformalwear.com

Encore Clothing132 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-3113 • encoreclothing.com

Family Health Center1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 895-8151 • askfamilyhealth.com

Farmer’s Daughter303 S. Main St., Sandwich786-6370

Franklin’s Frames and Art423 N. Main St., Sycamore895-8232 franklinsframesandart.com

The Garden Market558 & 560 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 895-0298

Gifts & Treasures Old & New358 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley286-7921

Glitter 124 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 901-0847 facebook.com/gotglitter247

Gold & Silver Shop407 W. State St., #3, Sycamore 899-6567

Graham Cracker Comics 901c Lucinda Ave., DeKalb748-3883grahamcrackers.com/dkstore.htm

Green Tangerine 1150 S. Fourth St., DeKalb140 S. Second St., DeKalb 756-5100 facebook.com/greentangerinerecords

Happy Hen House8329 E. Sandwich Rd., Hinckley 286-9055

Harding’s Family Martial Arts236 Palmer Ct., DeKalb758-4888

Herbal Embers161 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-3440 • herbalembers.com

Highway 30 Antiques808 W. Comanche, Shabbona630-485-1590

Hirschbein Trophies & Engraving202 S. California St., Sycamore 895-9137

Huckleberry’s Pet Parlor423 N. Main St., Sycamore899-3435 • huckleberryspetparlor.com

Josies Antiques15454 IL Route 38, Maple Park 756-1920

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JR Antiques & Collectibles723 W. Church St., Sandwich 786-2550

Kid Stuff149 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-7683 • kidstuffdekalb.com

Lakeside Bait, Tackle & Boat Rental4100 Bluebird Lane, Shabbona824-2581 • shabbonalake.com

Las Reyna’s Gifts316 W. Main St., Genoa784-4467 facebook.com/lasreynas5

Laughing Cat Antiques Shop415 W. Main St., Genoa784-3000 • laughingcatantiques.com

Lavish Thrift153 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-3747 • lavishthrift.com

Leo’s Awards, Gifts and Engraving Inc16 E. Railroad, Sandwich786-7380

Lovers Playground 157 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8061 • loversplayground.com

Made Just for You Gifts, Inc.338 W. State St., Sycamore895-8122 • madejustforyougifts.com

Mae’s Fine Designs145 1/2 Cedar, Waterman349-7494 • maesfinedesigns.com

Maggie’s Déjà Vu421 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-9331maggiesdejavu.blogspot.com

Mandee Lee’s Accessories & More113 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-6054

MCR Framing137 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-8974

Moxie230 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-7584 • shopatmoxie.com

Mr. G’s Music360 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3980

My Favorite Things249 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-2101myfavoritethingsdekalb.com

Nathan Winston Services132 N. 3rd St., DeKalb758-4545 • nathanwinston.com

New Game in Town811 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb517-0003 • newgame-intown.com

No Strings Attached 854 W. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb793-2115nostringsattached4u.com

North Central Cyclery, Inc.534 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2403northcentralcyclery.com

Offworld Designs624 W. Center St., Sandwich786-7080 • offworlddesigns.com

Olde Timers Antique Centre131 E. Church St., Sandwich786-6430 • olde-timers.com

OLT Marketing817 W. Lincoln Hwy., Ste. C1, DeKalb • 901-0569oltmarketing.com

Out on a Whim127 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-4300 • whimbodyjewelry.com

Paperback Encore110-112 Terry St., Sandwich 786-8175

Paulsen Appliance & Electronics245 W. State St., Sycamore895-6373 • paulsenappliance.com

Paw Lickin’ Good Treats2684 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore758-8300 • pawlickingoodtreats.com

The Picket Fence29854 Oak Meadow Dr., Kingston 784-8428

Proton Tattoo Studio120 S. Fourth St., DeKalb 756-1800 • protontattoo.com

Poppy Seed Primitives223 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-6020 • poppyseedprimitives.com

Prindi’s Antique Mall2 E. Railroad St., Sandwich 570-2073

The Red Geranium/Bittersweets128 S. Main St., Sandwich786-3235

Red Wing Shoes2692 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore517-0579

The Rusty Rooster2300 E. Rt. 34, Sandwich570-2486

Sandwich Antique Mart2300 E. Rt 34, Sandwich 786-6122

S.I.S. Shop in Style308 W. State St., Sycamore 761-9090 or 751-1918sisshopinstyle.com


Simply IRZSTBL, an Eclectic Gathering200 W. Lincoln, Waterman 757-6815

S.O.A.S. Apparel & Design147 N. 2nd St., DeKalb756-9910 • soasdekalb.com

Small Town Skate Shop229 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-5555smalltownskates.com

STOMP Shoes, Boots and Accessories307 W. State St., Sycamore991-5680 • stompshoes.com

Stran’s Garden Center1070 E. State St., Sycamore895-8233

Sweet Earth341 W. State St., Sycamore 895-3011 • sweetearthjewelry.com

Sycamore Antiques320 W. State St., Sycamore 895-4720 • sycamoreantiques.com

Treasures Old & New Gifts & Antiques 358 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7921

Two Sisters Emporium215 W. State St., Sycamore 991-7175 • 2-sisters.com

Two Sisters Then and Now316 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-1555

Urban Grace255 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-7115urbangraceathome.com

Victoria’s Crossing220 W. Main St., Genoa784-2868 • victoriascrossing.com

Village Commons Bookstore, Inc.901 Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 758-0613 • vcbs.com

Whatever Resale125 S. Fourth St., DeKalb756-4849

White Tree Books19 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6622facebook.com/WhiteTreeBooks

Wild Ivy Apparel311 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 779-777-3547

Wine & SpiritsAmerican Liquors 159 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2223

Cademon Brewery217 W. Main St., Genoa827-6145 • cademon.com

DeKalb Liquor Mart1352 E. Dresser Rd., DeKalb787-7766 dekalbliquormart.com

Depot Liquors524 N. Main St., Sycamore 899-6300

Genoa Liquors540 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Genoa 784-9780

Inboden’s Meat Market and Full Service Catering1106 N. 1st St., DeKalb756-5852 • meatplace.com


815/756-1336 or 877/335-252129

(815) 517-1449210 South Pointe Ct. • DeKalb, IL 60115

ChicagoGolfAndTikiTees.com

Golf | Driving Range | Tiki Bar Banquet Facility | Rooms Seat 20-200

On-Site Catering | Full Service Bar

Liquor N’ Wine540 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Genoa784-9780

L & B Liquors265 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore899-5252

Lundeen’s Discount Liquors1030 Arcadia Dr. DeKalb756-2590 • lundeenliquors.com

1760 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore899-1231 • lundeenliquors.com

Prairie on State Wine Cellars322 W. State St., Sycamore991-5266 • prairiestatewinery.com

Prairie State Winery222 W. Main St., Genoa784-4540 • prairiestatewinery.com

Thirsty Liquors1039 W. Hillcrest, DeKalb758-2337


DeKalb CountyPlan your Wedding in

DeKalb County is just 60 miles west of Chicago and offers one-of-kind venues that will make your special day unique. We offer affordable and comfortable accommodations for your wedding party and guests. Find the right venue to make your day memorable no matter what the size of your budget. From small and intimate to big and opulent, we have it all. Here, you’ll find everything you need to make your wedding day picture perfect.

Picture your ceremony in an outdoor chapel, on the stage of a theatre, in a vineyard, in a garden, or in a castle. Make one phone call to the DeKalb County CVB and we’ll assist with booking hotel rooms, on-site tours, venue suggestions, and a list of wedding related services.

Relax and enjoy a day of pampering at one of our spas before you head down the aisle.

Call us today at 877/335-2521

Spas & SalonsAmanda’s Spa & Beauty Services852 S. 4th St., DeKalb748-5887 • amanda-spa.com

Beach Club Tanand Water Massage2180 Oakland Dr., Sycamore748-2826

Dana’s Day Spa203 E. Locust St., DeKalb739-0446 • danasdayspa.com

Dolce Vita Salon & Day Spa2525 Bethany Rd., Sycamore756-1414 • dolcevitasalon.biz

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252131

250 E. Lincoln Hwy. (Downtown DeKalb)

DeKalb, IL(815) 754-7703

You Deserve to be Here!

1007 N. First Street • DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-4508

www.studioonesalon.com

Individual or Group Spa Packages

Custom Gift Cards for all occasions

SALON & SPA

Hair Affair Salon & Spa806 DeKalb Ave. #3, Sycamore899-4247 • hairaffairspa.com

Helen’s Hair Designs147 N. 2nd St., DeKalb756-7788 • helenshairdesigns.com

LEZA Nail Spa2444 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb748-4191 • lezanailspa.com

Q Salon501 W. Comanche, Shabbona 824-2417 • qsalonon30.com/

Salon Suites of Sycamore127 S. Sacramento, Sycamore739-3159salonsuitesofsycamorellc.com

Splendora Day Spa & Salon526 W. Main, Kirkland 522-2100

Stephen Alan Salon2030 Baron Dr., Sycamore895-3339 • stephenalansalon.com

Studio One Salon & Spa1007 N. 1st St., DeKalb758-4508 • studioonesalonspa.com

Tranquil Therapies1770 W. State St., #A, Sycamore899-7900 • tranquiltherapies.com

Unique Concepts Salon1963 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore754-5520 • uniqueconceptssalon.com

Volume Salon1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore991-5724 • volume105.com

Wisoma Massage & CranioSacral Therapy603 E. Railroad., Sandwich 786-7829 wisoma.com

For more spas and salons check our

website atdekalbcountycvb.com


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Altgeld Hall - NIU(up to 500)595 College Ave., DeKalb753-1999 • niu.edu

Barsema Alumni & Visitors Center (up to 240)231 N. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb 753-1534 • bavc.niu.edu

Blumen Gardens(up to 150)403 Edward St., Sycamore895-3737 • blumengardens.com

Chapel in the Pines Wedding & Banquet Center(up to 150)15265 Quigley Rd., Sycamore895-4797 • chapelinthepines.com

Chicago Golf & Tiki Tees(Up to 200)210 S. Pointe Ct., DeKalb378-8171 chicagogolfandtikitees.com

Ellwood House MuseumEllwood-Nehring House (Up to 80)Hearthside Room (Up to 80)509 N. First St., DeKalb756-4609 • ellwoodhouse.org

Faranda’s(up to 500)302 Grove St., DeKalb756-2345 • farandas.com

Hopkins Park Terrace Room (up to 200)1403 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-6663, ext. 113dekalbparkdistrict.com

Jane Fargo Hotel & Banquet Hall (up to 300)355 W. State St., Sycamore895-6789

Kishwaukee College Conference Center(up to 285)21193 Malta Rd., Malta825-2086 ext. 210kishwaukeecollege.edu/conferencecenter

Kishwaukee Country Club(up to 160)1901 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-6848 • kishwaukeecc.org

The Mora Farm(Up to 200)10816 Watson Rd., Waterman630-201-1333 • themorafarm.com

NIU Convocation Center (up to 10,000)1525 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 752-6800 • niuconvo.com

NIU Holmes Student Center (up to 2,200)Normal & Lucinda Rd., DeKalb 753-1745 • niu.edu/hsc

Party Zone(up to 75)204 W. Elm St., Sycamore508-6453

Red Roof Inn & Suites(up to 220)1212 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8661 • redroofinn.com

River Heights Clubhouse (up to 160)1100 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb758-1550 • riverheightsgc.com

St. Mary’s Memorial Hall (up to 350)322 Waterman St., Sycamore 895-3275 • stmarysycamore.com

Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering(up to 80)1969-B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore756-8150 sweetdreamdesserts.com

Sycamore Club House(up to 120)940 E. State St., Sycamore895-3884 sycamoreparkdistrict.com

For more information and other meeting venue options call 877/335-2521

Meeting & Event Venues

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252135

340 Carroll Avenue • DeKalb, IL 60115Banquets, wedding ceremonies, receptions, special events, and

conferences for 20 to 1,000 guests. 78 hotel guest rooms and suites. Four restaurants. One Bookstore. One Huskies Den with bowling, pool tables,

and video arcade. All under one roof.

Northern Illinois University Holmes Student Center Hotel & Conference Center

Hotel: (815) 753-1444 [email protected] www.hsc.niu.edu/hscBanquets: (815) 753-1744 [email protected] www.hsc.niu.edu/hsc

FULL SERVICE CATERING AND DESSERTS

now booking for 2015/2016 events

1969B DeKalb Avenue, • Sycamore, Il 60178Phone: (815) 756-8150

Fax: (815) 756-1836Please call to reserve your day, See us at: www.sweetdreamdesserts.com

Stop In And Try Our New Comfort

Buffet Menu!~ Soups, Salads & Comfort Food ~

Monday through Friday 11am to 3 pm(Soup and Salad only 3 till 6pm)

Breakfast on Saturday from 7 am to 1pm

Full Service Catering • Unforgetable DessertsHours: Monday through Friday 7am to 6 pm • Saturday 7am to 3pm


Baymont Inn & Suites1314 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb815-748-7100 and 1-877-BAYMONTbaymontinns.com53 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 15Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center.

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson1450 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore • 815-895-8686 or 800-456-4000 • countryinns.com73 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 10Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry.

Hampton Inn & Suites663 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb815-748-4323 or 1-800-Hampton80 guest roomsAmenities: Suite Shop, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Complimentary Continental “On the House” Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Meeting Room up to 32, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry, Refrigerators and microwaves in every room.

Holiday Inn Express1935 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore815-748-7400 or 1-800-HOLIDAY(465-4329)holidayinnexpress.com/sycil69 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 40Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Refrigerators & Microwaves in all rooms.

Jane Fargo355 W. State St., Sycamore815-895-6789 or 1-800-937-8106janefargohotel.com39 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 300Amenities: Free Continental Breakfast, Banquet Facilities, Mitchel Lounge, Wi-Fi Access.

Motel 61860 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore815-899-6500 or 1-800-4-Motel6motel6.com51 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 10Amenities: Fitness Center, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry.

Accommodations

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252137

NIU Holmes Student Center340 Carroll Ave., at the Intersection of Lucinda Ave. and Normal Rd., DeKalb815-753-1444 • niu.edu/hsc77 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 2200Amenities: Handicapped Accessible, Compact Refrigerator & Microwave in all rooms, Free Continental Breakfast, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center, Guest Laundry.

Parkside Bed and Breakfast203 E. Roosevelt, DeKalb • 815-787-9526parksidebedandbreakfast.comPrivate CottageAmenities: Breakfast included, kitchenette, walk-in shower, Wi-Fi Access.

Quality Inn1475 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore815-895-4979 or 1-800-4CHOICE(24-6423)qualityinn.com/hotels/il29158 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 15Amenities: Fitness Center, Indoor Pool with Spa/Hot Tub, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center.

Red Roof Inn & Suites1212 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-8661 • redroof.com 74 guest rooms • Meeting rooms up to 220Amenities: Fitness Center, Outdoor Pool, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Sauna, Pet Friendly*, Banquet Facilities, Wi-Fi Access, Business Center.

Super 8 DeKalb800 W. Fairview Dr., DeKalb815-748-4688 or 800-800-8000 • super8.com44 guest rooms • Meeting room up to 30Amenities: Indoor Pool, Free Continental Breakfast, Handicapped Accessible, Pet Friendly*, Wi-Fi Access, Guest Laundry.

RV & CampgroundsShabbona Lake Campground4201 Shabbona Grove Rd., Shabbona824-2565shabbonalake.com

Sycamore RV Resort375 E. North Ave., Sycamore 895-5590sycamorervresort.com

Walcamp in Kingston 32653 5 Points Rd., Kingston 784-5141www.walcamp.org

* Some restrictions apply for pets. Please call individual properties.


Voted DeKalb County’s Finest

800-456-40001450 S. Peace Road Sycamore, IL 60178

815/895-8686www.countryinns.com/sycamoreil

• Bountiful Complimentary Breakfast• Free high speed Internet Access• In-room coffee maker, hair dryer, iron & ironing board

• Free weekday morning paper• Indoor pool & whirlpool • Exercise room • Refrigerator & Microwave

1935 DeKalb Ave. • Sycamore IL 60178

815-748-7400

Stay Smart at the

Holiday Inn Express Sycamore

Enjoy our complimentary Smart Start hot breakfast bar and wireless internet access.

Hometown Hospitality Indoor Heated Pool

Wireless High Speed InternetGuest Laundry

Complimentary Breakfast Meeting Facility

Complimentary NewspapersStandard Rooms And

Suites Available

1314 W. Lincoln HighwayDeKalb, IL 60115

815-748-7100 or 1-877-BAYMONTwww.baymontinns.com

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252139

• Heated Indoor Pool/Spa • Free HBO & Wi-Fi • Free Hot Breakfast• Fitness Room • Free USA Today• Group Rates • Whirlpool Suites • Meeting Rooms

1475 S. Peace Rd. • Sycamore, IL (815) 895-4979

or (800) 4CHOICEqualityinn.com/hotels/il291

Quiet Neighborhood • Private Cottage Complimentary Multi-course Breakfast

Fully Equipped KitchenettePrivate Bath with Walk-in Shower

203 East Roosevelt Street • DeKalb, IL 60115

(815) 787-9526parksidebedandbreakfast.com

An Idyllic Getaway For Your Relaxation & Leisure Come and be refreshed.


815/756-1336 or 877/335-252141

Restaurants5-B’s Catering190 W. Lincoln Hwy., Waterman264-7752 • 5bscatering.com

Bar-B-Que Express105 Cherry St., Somonauk630-546-9896 • thebbqexpress.net

Brother’s Restaurant & Lounge512 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-2133

Cabana Charley’s Tiki Bar and Grill1470 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore 899-8454 • ccsycamore.com

Carmine’s2672 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 748-0008 • carminessubs.com

Chick’N Shack265 W. Peace Rd., Sycamore895-2442 • chicknshack.com

Country Kitchen105 W. Market St., Somonauk498-3585 countrykitchenrestaurants.com

Corner Grill on Main137 W. Main St., Genoa784-2233 • corner-grill.com

Country Store & Catering 456 N. Main St., Sycamore899-2333 • countrystorecatering.com

Crumpet’s Tea Room221 W. Main St., Genoa784-6121 • crumpetsillinois.com

Culver’s1262 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb779-777-7997culvers.com/restaurants/dekalb-il/

1200 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-0200culvers.com/restaurants/sycamore

Dairy Dogs675 E. State St., Sycamore899-3500 • thedairydog.com

Dairy Joy435 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7701 • dairyjoydriveinn.com

Eggsclusive Café265 S. Peace Rd., Sycamore899-3447 • eggsclusivecafe.com

Egg Haven Pancakes & Café2562 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb748-1200

Flappy’s Pancake House1406 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb758-0700flappyspancakehouse.com

Flippin Eggs831 S. 4th St., DeKalb754-6900 • flippineggs.com

Gene’s Carry Out Inc.125 S. Main St., Sandwich786-9059

Genoa Café233 W. Main St., Genoa784-6647

Giordano’s of Sycamore1840 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-2999 • giordanos.com

Grassroots Juicery & Café, LTD2180 Oakland Dr., Unit B, Sycamore831-917-1257grassrootsjuicerycafe.com

Hillside Restaurant121 N. 2nd St., DeKalb756-4749 • hillsiderestaurant.com

The Hinckley Café116 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-9274facebook.com/Hinckleycafe

Hobnobbers2030 Baron Dr, Sycamore 991-5775 • hobnobbers.com

American


223 West State Street • Sycamore, IL(815) 895-2545 • www.taxcorestaurant.com

Cecina estilo Guerrero, Sopa Azteca,Handmade Tortillas, fresh table-side Guacamole

We have over 380 Tequilas & Great Margaritas

Catering services for your next party.

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2562 Rt. 23 • DeKalb, IL (Sycamore Rd. across from Target)

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The House Café263 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb787-9547 • thehousecafe.net

The Huddle817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-8899

Hy-Vee2700 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 756-6174 • hy-vee.com

Johnny K’s125 Duvick Ave., Sandwich 786-3088 • johnnykhotdogs.com

Junction Eating Place816 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-5441junctioneatingplace.com

Karshones Hometown Kafe302 E Van Buren St., Malta 825-9009

Kirkland Family Restaurant507 W. Main St., Kirkland522-3531

Lincoln Inn Family Restaurant240 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-2345 • thelincolninn.com

Lothsons Karry Out Chicken644 E. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb 756-4303

Lukulo’s890 Pappas Dr., DeKalb 758-5853 or 758-2452lukulos.com

Mitchel Lounge355 W. State St., Sycamore981-8370 • janefargo.com

Mudslingers Café22 E. State St., Sycamore991-5742

Mustang Bar & Grill102 S. Third St., Malta825-1022

Nat’s On Maple112 S. Maple St., Sycamore895-4243 • natsonmaple.com

Nel’s Catering116 S. Depot St., Somonauk498-3678 • nelscatering.com

O’Leary’s Restaurant & Pub260 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-0000 • olearyspubandgrill.com

Page Street Diner122 E. Page St., Sycamore 895-5505

Penny’s Place2694 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 517-0820 • anewkindoffun.com

Pita Pete’s, Inc.901 T Lucinda Ave., DeKalb758-3012 • pitapetes.com

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252143

Pokanoka’s Café4100 Bluebird Ln., Shabbona 824-2481 • shabbonalake.com

Ray’s Chicago BBQ & Slots870 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 814-8488 • rayschicagobbq.com

Riccardi’s 418 W. State St., Sycamore 991-2200 • riccardisredhots.com

Sam’s Family Restaurant11 W. North Ave., Cortland756-5665

Shark’s Fish and Chicken901 Lucinda Ave., DeKalb758-6600

Shawn’s 204 Somonauk St., Sycamore 895-5282 • shawnscoffeeshop.com

The Silverspoon Restaurant740 E. Market St., Somonauk498-1616

Sorrento’s 50W187 Rt. 64, Maple Park 895-5466 • sorrentosranch.com

South Moon BBQ146 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-9227 or 687-7123 for catering • southmoonbbq.com

Star 34 Family Restaurant336 W. Church St., Sandwich 786-9898

State Street Pizza1001 W. State St., Sycamore895-1282

Subway2472 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 754-7827200 W. Lincoln Hwy., Hinckley 286-70074199 State Rte. 38, Malta825-9091400 E. Church St., Sandwich739-7561

The Sycamore Café1170 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 899-8070

Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering1969 B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore756-8150sweetdreamdesserts.com

Sycamore Parkway Restaurant605 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6700

Tasty Dawgs518 W. Main St., Kirkland 522-3111

Texas Roadhouse1950 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore 748-7427 • texasroadhouse.com

Tom & Jerry’s215 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-1675 • tomandjerrysdekalb.com1670 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore895-4420sycamoretomandjerrys.com

Village Café of Shabbona114 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona824-3067

Village Courtyard120 Market St., Somonauk498-2414

Willow Hometown Café351 N. Main St., Sycamore991-5948

EthnicAcquaviva Winery47W614 Rte. 38, Maple Park630-365-0333acquavivawinery.com

Bea’s Wok ‘n Roll1402 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb756-1660

Bely’s913 S. Annie Glidden Rd., DeKalb • 517-1065

Burritoville1026 Hillcrest Dr., DeKalb756-8848

China House1900 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb748-0032 • chinahousedekalb.com


China Inn 630 Plaza Dr, Sycamore 899-1188 • chinainnsycamore.info

China One131 S. 4th St., DeKalb756-9102 • chinaonedekalb.com

China Wok540 E. Main St., Ste. B, Genoa784-9688 • hotchinawok.com

Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant214 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2677 • eduardosdekalb.com

Fanatico Italian Restaurant1215 Blackhawk Rd., DeKalb517-0392 or 517-1740

Flamingo Restaurant and Ice Cream Mexican Cuisine1029 Pleasant St., DeKalb901-0049

Fushi Yami Hibachi n’ Sushi 822 W Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-8868 • fushiyami.com

Great Wall901 #M Lucinda Ave., DeKalb 758-5635 • greatwalldekalb.com

Haru of Japan3206 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb517-0098

Los 3 Burritos 185 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-6060 • elburritoloco.net

Los Rancheros2350 #A Sycamore Rd., DeKalb 758-2200

Mediterraneo122 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-8450mediterraneodekalb.com

Mikimoto Japanese Steakhouse 826 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb748-1212

Panda House 901 Lucinda Ave., Ste. M • DeKalb758-0051 • pandahousedekalb.com

Ren’s Chinese Restaurant310 E. State St., #10, Sycamore 899-8883

Ristorante de Acquaviva219 W. State St., Sycamore 899-4444 • acquavivawinery.com

Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant624 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb756-1201 • rositas.com

Santa Fe Restaurant132 E. Church St., Sandwich 786-6737 • santaferestaurant.net

Tacos Salsas Y Carnitas1021 W. Hillcrest Dr., Ste. A, DeKalb • 787-6898

Tapa La Luna 226 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 217-0990 • tapalaluna.com

Taxco Restaurant 223 W. State St., Sycamore 895-2545• taxcorestaurant.com

Thai Pavilion131 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-6445 • thaipavilionskokie.com

Yen Ching810 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-2007 • yenchingdekalb.com

Bar & GrillBootlegger’s Bar, Grill & Pizza107 Main St., Maple Park827-3066

Brown Pub200 Somonauk Rd., Hinckley 286-3329

Bull Moose Bar & Grille202 S. Main St., Sandwich 786-8002 or 630-638-2373bullmoosebar.com

Coupe’s Bar & Grill101 S. Viking View, Lee824-8405

Cub & Spank’s Inc.113 N. Maple St., Sycamore895-4015

DeRailed48 E. Railroad St., Sandwich786-7700

Farmers Inn521 Main St., Kirkland522-9808

Fat Bob’s500 Main St., Kirkland522-3204

Fat Boyz Pub & Grille332 W. State St., Sycamore 991-5195

Fatty’s Pub & Grille1312 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-7737 • fattyspub.com

Five Points Pub105 S. Main Street, Kingston784-3500

Hill’s Tap319 W. Main St., Genoa 784-5982

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252145

Hink’s Bar & Grill123 S. California St., Sycamore • 899-9990

Hometown Sports Bar & Grill241 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb217-3325 hometownsportsbar.com

Houlahan’s Tavern & Grill208 W. Lincoln, Waterman 264-3333 • houlahanstav.com

J&K’s HalfMoon Tavern120 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-7303 • jkhalfmoon.com

Joker’s Bar & Grill530 N. Main St., Sycamore895-4488

Karlsbad Tavern413 W. Main St., Genoa784-6336

KJ’s Tap & Grill518 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 748-2577

Knuckle Hedz 1 S. Main St., Sandwich786-9400knucklehedzbar.com

Lord Stanley’s Annex142 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 754-9031

Lost Mine1745 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore895-5125bowlfourseasons.com

Maple Park Pub & Grill221 N. Main St., Maple Park827-3452

Molly’s Pub & Grill1000 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb815-517-0335

Mustang Bar & Grill102 S. Third St., Malta825-1022

MVP Sports Bar & Grill122 S. California St., Sycamore • 895-1888

Olde Tyme Inn109 S. Main St., Sandwich786-9700 • oldetymeinn.com

PJ’s Courthouse Tavern & Grille202 W. State St., Sycamore895-9253pjscourthousetavern.com

Pour House103 E. Railroad St., Kingston 784-5700

Pub West Pizza100 W. Adams St., Waterman 264-3637

Rambo’s Bar & Grill140 W. Market St., Somonauk 498-1997 • rambosbar.com

Ski’s All American Pub1001 W. State St., Sycamore 899-9018 • skispub.com

Sullivan’s Tavern722 E. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-4323

The Top Shelf Grille & Bar3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich630-273-6022timbercreekinnandsuites.com

Twin Tavern1028 S. 4th St., DeKalb756-9604

Welcome Matt149 W. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley 286-3949


RestaurantsBootlegger’s Pub, Grill & Pizza107 Main St., Maple Park 827-3066

Brian’s Pizza146 E. Lincoln Ave., Hinckley286-7071 • ilovebrianspizza.com

Casey’s Carry-Out PizzaRte. 30 E, Waterman264-3233

Chumly’s Pizza312 W. Comanche Ave., Shabbona824-2754

Dough Brothers Pizzeria20 W. Benson Ave., Cortland754-0000 • doughbrotherspizzeria.com

Giordano’s of Sycamore1840 DeKalb Ave, Sycamore 899-2999 • giordanos.com

Gonzo’s Pizzeria9 N. Main St., Sandwich786-3322

Hot Stuff Pizza411 Main St., Kirkland522-3510

Italian Dreams436 N. Main St., Sycamore899-0905 • italiandreamspizza.com

Joe’s Pizza & Pub313 W. Main St., Genoa784-6186

Little Ceasars2350 Sycamore Rd., DeKalb748-8878 265 W. Peace Rd., Ste. 104, Sycamore 991-9575

Michael Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta309 Main St., Maple Park827-4417

Moscato’s532 E. Main St., Genoa784-2929

Pizza Hut701 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-6606 • pizzahut.com1170 DeKalb Ave., Ste. 104A, Sycamore895-9862 • pizzahut.com

The Pizza Place124 W. Lincoln, Hinckley286-7010

Pizza Pros1205 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 758-4776 • pizzaprosdekalb.com

Pizza Villa824 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb758-8116 • pizzavilla.com

Pub West Pizza140 E. Adams St., Waterman264-3736

Rosati’s Pizza710 E. Railroad St., Sandwich786-1500630 Plaza Dr., Sycamore895-4646 • rosatispizza.com

Sam’s Pizza526 E. State St., Sycamore 895-6121

Terry’s Pizza(Closed July - September) 117 Comanche Ave., Shabbona 824-2262

Toppers Pizza1015 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 756-7755 • toppers.com

Uncle Milty’s Pizza Palace140 W. Market St., Somonauk498-4108 • rambosbar.com

Village Pizza307 E. Adams, Malta 825-2270

Vinny’s Pizza & Wings221 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb 787-6200 • vinnyspizzadekalb.com

World Famous Pizza (inside Lord Stanley’s)142 E. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb756-8718

124 E. State St., Sycamore899-5074jbsworldfamouspizza.com

Pizza

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252147

Jambalaya

natsonmaple.com

112 South Maple St. Sycamore, IL 60178 (815) 895-4243

Where food & friendscome together.

nat’s on maple

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(Located Just South of Huskie Stadium on Rt. 38)Visit us on the Web at www.fattyspub.com

Angie’s Sugar Buzz Bakery 1004 E. Church St., Sandwich • 786-7774

Aspen Leaf Frozen Yogurt1015 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 517-0237

Baker’s Basket125 E. Market St., Somonauk • 498-3494

Brenda’s Frozen Custard205 S. Wells St., Sandwich • 570-2236brendasfrozencustard.com

Chesapeake Bagel Bakery122 S. First St. #1, DeKalb • 754-5211

The Confectionary149 N. Second St., DeKalb • 758-5990235 W. State St., Sycamore • 899-1616 theconfectionary.com

Dairy Joy435 E. Lincoln Ave, Hinckley • 286-7701dairyjoydriveinn.com

Elleson’s Bakery344 W. State St., Sycamore • 895-4533 ellesonsbakery.com

La Michoacana Ice Cream Bar 162 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb

Latsis Bakery401 W. Main St., Genoa • 784-4334latsisbakery.com

The Neighborhood Bakery & Deli2205 Pleasant St., DeKalb • 748-7707theneighborhoodbakeryanddeli.com

Ollie’s Frozen Custard2290 Oakland Dr., Sycamore • 758-8222olliessycamore.com

Polka Dot Bakery / Hidden Grounds Coffee Shop (inside Energym)1715 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 764-9747polkadotbakery.net

Princess Alexe’s Ice Cream210 W. Elm St., Sycamore • 895-6111

Screamers Ice Cream Subs & More408 E. Comanche Ave., Shabbona • 824-8181

Sunshine Scoop Shoppe & Bakery LLC818 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 758-4743dekalbicecream.com

Sweet Dreams Desserts & Catering1969 B DeKalb Ave., Sycamore • 756-8150sweetdreamdesserts.com

Teresa’s Bakery817 W. Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb • 754-0226

Tropical Sno403 E. State St., Sycamore • 899-5601

Sweet Treats & Bakeries


Calendar of EventsJanuaryJanuary 1st – March 31stGeneral Dutton’s AmericaSycamore • sycamorehistory.org

January 7th-8thNorthern Illinois Farm ShowNIU Convocation Center • DeKalbIndoor farm show, featuring products and services available to manage successful farm operations from more than 200 companies. • niuconvo.com

January 29th , February 1st, 5th - 7th “A Skull in Connemara” NIU School of Theatre and DanceHuntley Middle School Auditorium DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

January 31st The Groundhog GalaSycamoreMidwest Museum of Natural History Annual gala! Dress up to the 9’s while enjoying the incredible exhibits, silent auction, and delicious food. • mmnh.org

FebruaryFebruary 5th Brad PaisleyDeKalb • NIU Convocation CenterCountry music superstar BRAD PAISLEY has announced the extension of his Country Nation World Tour presented by KRAFT Cheese through March 2015. Special guests on the tour will include Parmalee and The Swon Brothers. The show will start at 7:30pm and doors will open at 6:30pm.

February 12th - 15th“Lovers and Other Strangers”NIU School of Theatre and DanceNIU Holmes Student Center Diversions Lounge • DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

February 14th Gaelic StormDeKalb • Egyptian Theatre egyptiantheatre.org

February 14thTeam Dance Illinois State ChampionshipNIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252149

February 19th - 22th, 26th - 28th “Awake and Sing!” NIU School of Theatre and DanceHuntley Middle School AuditoriumDeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

February 22ndMonster Truck ShowNIU Convocation Center • DeKalbniuconvo.com

MarchMarch 7thArthur D. Montzka Memorial Concert Kishwaukee Symphony OrchestraDeKalb • NIU Boutell Memorial Concert HallThis concert will feature this year’s winner of the Arthur D. Montzka Young Artists Concerto Competition. • kishorchestra.org

March 7th36th Annual Easter in the Country Craft FairSandwich • Three schools full of craft vendors. Shuttle service is provided. No strollers allowed. • sandwich-il.org

March 10thIHSA Boys Basketball Super Sectionals 1A/2ANIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

March 12th - 15th,19th - 22th“9 to 5 The Musical”Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

March 13th-14thIESA State Wrestling FinalsNIU Convocation Center • DeKalb

March 17thIHSA Boys Basketball Super Sectionals 3A/4ANIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

March 19th - 22th“The Comedy of Errors”NIU School of Theatre and DanceNIU Holmes Student Center Diversions Lounge • DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

March 24thPublic Reception for Traditions Transfigured: The Noh Masks of Bidou YamaguchiNIU Art Museum • DeKalb 6-8pmniu.edu/artmuseum/

March 24th – May 22ndCross Influence in Japanese and American Popular Culture and Fine ArtNIU Art Museum • DeKalb • niu.edu/artmuseum/

March 26th - 29th, April 9th -11th“Red Noses” NIU School of Theatre and DanceHuntley Middle School AuditoriumDeKalb • niu.edu/theatre


March 28th Hop Into SpringDowntown DeKalb • Enjoy breakfast with the bunny and hop down to the Egyptian Theatre for a movie! • dekalb.org

March 31stPublic Reception for Amerimanga! Convention and ExpressionNIU Art Museum • DeKalb niu.edu/artmuseum/

AprilApril 1st-30thMega Big Fish Contest MonthShabbona • shabbonalake.com

April 4th & 5thKennel Club of Yorkville Dog Show NIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

April 15th Taste of SpringDowntown Sycamore • Festive Sycamore celebration with games, prizes, crafts, food, petting zoo, live music and family entertainment. discoversycamore.com

april 16th - 19th“Senior Showcase Festival”NIU School of Theatre and DanceNIU Holmes Student Center Diversions Lounge • DeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

April 23th - 26th “Spring 2015 Dance Concert”NIU School of Theatre and DanceHuntley Middle School AuditoriumDeKalb • niu.edu/theatre

April 25th Diva’s Dish for Glidden HomesteadDeKalb • gliddenhomestead.org

April 25th Magic ShowCortland Community Park • cortlandil.org

April 30th, May 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 & 10“Play On!” • Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

MayMay 1st & 2nd Community-Wide Garage SalesCortland • cortlandil.org

Calendar of Events

815/756-1336 or 877/335-252151

May 2ndSpring Concert: The Rite of Spring Kishwaukee Symphony OrchestraDeKalb • NIU Boutell Memorial Concert Hall • kishorchestra.org

May 3rd Cinco de MayoSycamore • Festive Sycamore celebration with live music and family entertainment.sycamorecincodemayo.com

May 8th & 9thNIU Commencement NIU Convocation Center • DeKalbniuconvo.com

May 10th, June 14th, July 12th, August 9th, October 11th Sundays at Sandwich Antique ShowSandwich • Monthly market of quality antiques and collectibles, crafts and garden held at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. sundaysatsandwichantiques.com

May 17th Opening Day – Open BarnDeKalb • Noon-4 pm. Tours of the Glidden Homestead historic site, blacksmith demonstrations, and tours of the barn. Opening Day is the only day when the barn is open to the public • gliddenhomestead.org

May 24th Antique Car Show & Flea MarketSandwich • Sandwich Fairgroundssandwichfair.com

May 24th -Oct. 25thGenoa Open Air MarketGenoa • Corner of Genoa & Main Street 9am-2pm. Last Saturday of the each month genoamainstreet.org

May 25th Memorial Day Ceremony at Ellwood HouseDeKalb • ellwoodhouse.org

May 25th Memorial Day ParadeDeKalb • dekalb.org

May 26th Memorial Day CelebrationSomonauk • Center of Town. 10:00 amMemorial parade, water fights and barbeque pork chops. • vil.somonauk.il.us

JuneJune 1st - September 30th Sycamore Farmers MarketSycamore • Corner of Somonauk & Elm Street. Tuesdays 3pm to 7 pm. Featuring locally grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts.discoversycamore.com

June 4th – September 24th DeKalb Farmers MarketDeKalb • Van Buer PlazaEvery Thursday. 10-2pm Featuring locally grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts. • dekalb.org

June 4th - August 6thSummer Concerts in the ParkGood Tymes Shelter • Sycamore Thursdays (Except Jume 25th) sycamoreparkdistrict.com

June 4th Ladies Night OutSycamore • Downtown • ddjewelers.com

June 4th - 7th, 11th - 14th“Monty Python’s Spamalot”Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

June 6th Tractor Trot 5KMalta • Lions Park • tractortrot.com

June 6th & 7th Northern Illinois Art ShowSycamore • Court House Lawn • kval.us


June 9th, July 14th, July 24th Summer on StateSycamore • Free outdoor movie in downtown • discoversycamore.com

June 9th, July 14th, August 11th, Sept. 8thTuesdays on the TownSycamore • Tuesdays on the Town will feature a variety of family-friendly activities each month and the downtown businesses will be open late and featuring special offers. discoversycamore.com

June 9th-August 18th DeKalb Municipal Band ConcertsDeKalb • Hopkins ParkTuesdays at 8:00 pm (Except June 30th) dekalbparkdistrict.com

June 10th-13th Genoa DaysGenoa • Rides, games, food, bands and a parade • genoamainstreet.com

June 11th, 12th, 13th City Wide Garage SalesSycamore • City-wide estate, yard and sidewalk sales throughout Sycamore. discoversycamore.com

June 12th & 13th More on 34Sandwich • Statewide garage sale that extends along Illinois Route 34. Includes Leland, Somonauk and Sandwich. sandwich-il.org

June 12th, 13th, 14th Malta DaysMalta • Soundstage, carnival, bingo, food and craft fair, beer garden & more. villageofmalta.net

June 20thCommunity Wide Garage SalesHinckley • hinckleyil.com

June 26th-28thMS: Tour de Farms Bike RideNIU Convocation Center • DeKalb niuconvo.com

June 28th Rockin’ for ReptilesSycamore • Midwest Museum of Natural History - Games, crafts, prizes, live music, tasty treats, and of course, live animals are all featured at this summer fest! • mmnh.org

JulyJuly 3rd-5th Kirkland Fourth of July CelebrationKirkland • Parade, food, entertainment & fireworks.villageofkirkland.com

July 4th Fourth of July Celebration in Hopkins ParkDeKalb • Vendors, food, crafts, DeKalb Municipal Band Concert, and fireworks. dekalbparkdistrict.com

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July 4th Pokanoka’s Run/WalkShabbona • pokanokasrun.com July 4th Fireworks Over Lake ShabbonaShabbona • Shabbona Lake shabbonalake.com

July 4th & 5th Freedom DaysSandwich • 4th-Parade 10:00 start, 5th-Freddom Run 5K/1Mile Walk/Run 8:00am start, Fireworks at dark - Sandwich Fairgrounds • sandwichparkdistrict.org

July 9th -11th, 16th -19th“Harvey”Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

July 12thBiking with BeanzieDeKalb • kishkiwanis.org/biking-with-beanzie/bwb-general-info/

July 17th-19th 10th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band WeekendDeKalb • justmakeithappen-dekalb.com

July 18th Kingston Fest &Kardboard Boat RegattaKingston • Kiddie Games, rides, craft, food, 5K run, and a regatta consisting of full size boats made entirely out of cardboard. Race on the Kishwaukee River at Kingston Township Park.villageofkingston.org/events

July 18th-26th Kishwaukee FestDeKalb • Celebrate music all week long with concerts and other activities. Friday night is the twilight parade thru downtown DeKalb. • kishwaukeefest.com

July 18th Waterman Summerfest & Tractor ShowWaterman • Antique tractors, craft vendors, kids petal tractor pull and more.watermanlions.com

July 24th-25th Somonauk Summer FestSomonauk • Parade, cruise night, top entertainment, beer garden and more.somonauksummerfest.com

July 24th-26th Illinois Square Dance ConventionDeKalb • NIU Holmes Student Center

July 25th-26thSycamore’s Turning Back Time WeekendSycamore • Saturday-Cruise night, free concert by Vintage Vinyl, Classic Car Cruise, food vendors, beer garden and 50’s themed contest. Sunday-Classic car show with over 1,000 cars. discoversycamore.com


AugustAugust 2nd Art Fair & Ice Cream Social at Ellwood HouseDeKalb • Join us for the combination Art Fair and Ice Cream Social from 9am-4pm. Features 40 artist booths, tours of the Ellwood mansion, a concert, ice cream, and a concert by the DeKalb Municipal Band. ellwoodhouse.org August 7th-8th Cortland Summer FestCortland • Several live bands, beer garden and food vendors. • cortlandil.org

August 8thDeKalb County Barn TourDeKalb County • 9 am-4 pm. A self-driving tour of notable barn sites in DeKalb County with guided tours of each barn, photography opportunities, and family activities. • daaha.org

August 12th Pick’in in the ParkKirkland • A night of music in the park.villageofkirkland.com

August 13th-16th Sycamore’s Steam Show & Threshing BeeSycamore • Taylor Marshal Farm, Antique farm equipment tractor-pull, food, music and Threshing Bee. • threshingbee.org

August 13th - 16th, 20th - 23rd“Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?”Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

August 15th Cruisin’ to Genoa Genoa • Car show, fun, food, music, raffles, free movie. genoaareachamber.com

August 22nd Sycamore Block PartySycamore • Live music, beer and food garden in downtown Sycamore. discoversycamore.com

August 28th-30th DeKalb Corn FestDowntown DeKalb • Free admission, soundstage, carnival, food and beer garden. • cornfest.com

August 30th - September 1st Jonamac Orchard Opening WeekendMalta • Pick your own apples, corn maze, petting zoo, baked pies & doughnuts and much more! jonamacorchard.com

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SeptemberSeptember 5thNIU’s Opening Football GameDeKalb • Huskies vs. UNLV niuhuskies.com

September 5th-7th Maple Park Fun FestMaple Park • Soundstage, softball tournaments, car and motorcycle show and craft fair. villageofmaplepark.com

September 5th-6th Jonamac Scouting WeekendMalta • jonamacorchard.com

September 9th-13th Sandwich FairSandwich • Held every year since 1889, it is the oldest continuing county fair in the State of Illinois. • sandwichfair.com

September 10th - 12th, 17th - 20th “The Graduate”Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

September 12thNIU Football GameDeKalb • Huskies vs. Murray Stateniuhuskies.com

September 12th Ride Like An EgyptianDeKalb • Egyptian Theatreegyptiantheatre.org

September 12th Wine on the Terrace at Ellwood HouseDeKalb • ellwoodhouse.org

September 12th-13th Cider Fest WeekendMalta • jonamacorchard.com

September 13th 10th Annual Kite FestDeKalb • Corner of Lucinda and Kishwaukee Drive, NIU Campus. Stunt kites, dancing kites, food, and activities for the kids & family. dekalbcountycvb.com

September 19th-20th Apple Days WeekendMalta • jonamacorchard.com

September 24th Fall Festival of Crafts ShowSandwich • Oldest and largest craft fair in Illinois. Hundreds of vendors across three locations in Sandwich. • sandwich-il.org

September 26th-27th Johnny Appleseed’s BirthdayMalta • jonamacorchard.com

OctoberOctober 2nd-3rd, 9th-10th, 16th-17th & 23rd-24th, 30th-31st Jonamac Orchard’s Haunted MazeMalta • The 10 acre cornfield and 3 miles of winding pathways will take on a Halloween makeover. • jonamacorchard.com

October 3rd-4th Chicago Food Truck WeekendMalta • jonamacorchard.com

October 9th-12th, 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 30th-31st The Pumpkin TrainWaterman • Pete’s Train • petestrain.com

October 10th-11th Antique Farm Equipment ShowMalta • jonamacorchard.com

October 11th Cortland Fall Parade and FestivalCortland • Parade, games, carnival, crafts and food vendors. • cortlandil.org


October 16th-18th, 23rd-25th,29th-31st Amenti: Egyptian Theatre Haunted HouseDeKalb • Featuring over 20 different scenes on 6 different levels. amenti.info October 21st-25th Sycamore Pumpkin FestSycamore • Historic downtown Sycamore is decorated with hundreds of carved and painted pumpkins, parade, craft shows, food vendors, carnival and more.sycamorepumpkinfestival.com

October 21st Downtown Trick-or-TreatingDowntown Sycamore • 4:30 pm to 6:00 pmdiscoversycamore.com

October 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31“Night of the Living Dead”Stage Coach Players TheatreDeKalb • stagecoachers.com

October 24th Creepy Crawly Halloween PartySycamore • Midwest Museum of Natural History - Trick or treat at the Midwest Museum! Tons of games and candy, a grossology lab, live tarantulas and snakes, and prizes galore are sure to give a spook-tacular time! • mmnh.org

October 24th Halloween WalkSandwich • Trick or treat at downtown businesses. Spooktacular fun for the whole family. • sandwich-il.org

October 24th Spooktacular Trick-or-TreatingDeKalb • Bring the family to trick-or-treat, make a craft, and have a spooktacular time. 1pm-3pm • dekalb.org October 25th Pumpkin Run 10KSycamore • discoversycamore.com

October 24th-25th Halloween BashMalta • jonamacorchard.com

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October 31st-November 1st Pumpkin Demolition Weekend Malta • jonamacorchard.com

NovemberNovember 1st Barb Wire Sites Bus TourDeKalb • Noon-4 pm. 11 am & 2 pm: A guided bus tour of sites connected to the invention and manufacturing of barb wire in “The Barb City.” Registration required. Tickets include admission to Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. gliddenhomestead.org

November 7th & 8th Town-wide Retail Christmas Open HouseSandwich • Explore the antique shops and boutiques of Sandwich as they roll out their holiday wares. Refreshments served many shops offer extended hours. • sandwich-il.org

November 7th & 8th 36th Annual Christmas in the Country Craft ShowSandwich • Three schools full of craft vendors. Shuttle service is provided. No strollers allowed. • sandwich-il.org

November 14th Cortland Turkey Trot 5KCortland • cortlandlions.com

November 14th – 30th Holiday Tours of the Ellwood HouseDeKalb • Holiday tours of the Ellwood House Museum, check website for tour times and ticket prices • ellwoodhouse.org

November 20th Moonlight MadnessSycamore • Beat black Friday and shop downtown Sycamore for great holiday finds! • discoversycamore.com

November 20th-22nd Holly DaysDeKalb • Stroll store to store, enjoy free treats and discounts to kick off the holiday season. • dekalb.org

November 21st Waterman Gobbler GallopWaterman • gobblergallop5k.com

November 27th-28thIHSA State Football ChampionshipsDeKalb • NIU Huskies Stadium

November 28th Holiday Lights TrainWaterman • Pete’s Train • petestrain.com

DecemberDecember 1st – 31st Festival of TreesSycamore • Midwest Museum of Natural History • The Museum is all decked out with festive trees, decorated by local businesses and groups! • mmnh.org

December 3rd Winter Chocolate WalkSycamore • Indulge yourself with some sweet savings and make your holiday shopping a treat. • discoversycamore.com

December 3rd Santa Comes to DeKalbDeKalb • Cookies, cocoa and caroling at the Egyptian Theatre help to celebrate Santa’s arrival at 7pm. • dekalb.org


December 4th Walk with SantaSycamore • Parade with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves throughout Sycamore’s historic downtown district to the traditional Courthouse tree lighting. discoversycamore.com

December 4th-6th, 11th-13th, 18th-20th Santa HouseSycamore • Court House Lawn discoversycamore.com

December 4, 5 & 6 Holiday Event at the Ellwood House MuseumDeKalb • Tickets $10 adult, $3 youth, under 6 free • ellwoodhouse.org

December 5th & 6th Holiday Lane Craft ShowSandwich • Christmas shop for crafts and home business favorites at this annual show. sandwichparkdistrict.org

December 5th & 6th Festival of TreesSandwich • Local businesses and organizations decorate Christmas trees that fill the lobby of the Best Western hotel in Sandwich. The site is truly breathtaking. Santa will also make an appearance. sandwichparkdistrict.org

December 4th-6th Celebrate the SeasonGenoa • genoacc.com

December 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th Carriage RidesDeKalb Public Library • dekalb.org

December 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th Visits with SantaDeKalb • 11:00 am to 2:00 pm • dekalb.org

December 6th & 7th A Sandwich ChristmasSandwich • Enjoy a weekend packed with family friendly holiday activities including trolley tours of holiday lights, carriage rides, carolers, chestnut roasting, winter treats and more! Check the website for details. sandwich-il.org

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Our Communities

Cortland

DeKalb

Genoa

Since being incorporated in 1865, the Town of Cortland has been characterized by small hometown living in a warm community atmosphere. Celebrating 150 years. Visit us throughout the year for our annual town Garage Sales, Movie Night, Summer Fest, Festival and Parade, and Turkey Trot.

DeKalb is home to Northern Illinois University and its 20,000-plus students. Explore our historic architecture, agriculture, museums, galleries, theatres, and enjoy national and local entertainment. Culture and arts thrive on campus as well as downtown with local artists and theatrical groups. Visit our enchanting and inviting historic downtown to shop, dine, sample hand-dipped chocolates and linger in Van Buer Plaza. Make memories at our fun-filled annual events like Kite Fest, Corn Fest and Kish Fest. Shop, Eat, Play and Stay in DeKalb!

Make Genoa your destination for a great day in a historic community. We are easy to find at the intersection of Illinois Routes 72 and 23. Browse unique shops, choose from a variety of restaurants including a Victorian tea room, cafes, ethnic restaurants and taverns. Sample local wines, craft beers, visit the nature center, hike forest trails, canoe the Kishwaukee River or enjoy a round of golf.

HinckleySoutheast of DeKalb lies the Village of Hinckley, home of the Globetrotters first game and two time class 1A Girls State Champions. Small town living at its best, with its quiet tree-lined streets and wonderful home gardens. Come and visit us for great food, spirits, shopping and events throughout the year.


KirklandKirkland is rich in the small town American traditions. Come see us during our 4th of July celebration and experience the best fireworks in northern Illinois. Enjoy a game of disc golf, try skateboarding, or visit one of the most beautiful veteran’s memorials in the country, where each Memorial Day weekend we honor those who have served our great nation.

LeeThe Village of Lee is located on the DeKalb and Lee County border. Our small town takes pride in our Scandinavian history.

MaltaCome share in the Lincoln Highway’s wonderful heritage. Our seedling mile mural is a hand painted, unique work of art. The mural is located on the Historical Society’s Old Town Hall Museum at 127 North Third Street. It depicts the history of the first concrete mile of paved highway coast to coast. Our small town festival in June with big town attractions will feature free entertainment all weekend, a carnival, food vendors, car show and beer garden. Visit Jonamac Orchard September thru November for the corn maze and apples.

KingstonKingston is a small town located along Route 72 in northern DeKalb County where every summer you can find boats made entirely out of cardboard being raced on the Kishwaukee River during Kingston Fest’s Kardboard Boat Regatta.

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Maple Park

Sandwich

Shabbona

Somonauk

Sycamore

Waterman

Maple Park is located on the edge of DeKalb County. It was founded in 1854 and named to reflect the many Maple trees growing in the area. Enjoy the many family-owned businesses, orchards and vegetable markets in and around the area. One event that draws many families to Maple Park is the Labor Day Weekend Fun Fest, complete with softball games, 5K run, crafts, parade and a huge display of fireworks.

This “fair” city is home to the annual Sandwich Fair - the oldest continuing county fair in Illinois. And this is also where you will find Illinois’ oldest and largest craft fair - The Festival of Crafts. Stroll through the charming downtown with a bounty of antique, boutique and specialty shops. Eat dinner at the Bull Moose, the famous rail dining car that was featured at the Columbian Exposition and transported Teddy Roosevelt from coast to coast during his 1912 political campaign. Experience present-day entertainment at the historic Sandwich Opera House. You’ll be amazed at the caliber of talent.

Shabbona is home to Shabbona Lake State Park and Indian Oaks Golf Course located in southern DeKalb County, about halfway between Chicago and Rockford. Shabbona Lake State Park is a 318-acre man-made lake that is said to be the “Muskie Capital of Illinois.” It is the first and only lake in Illinois designed just for fishing. The 6.5 miles of wooded shoreline has five earthen fishing piers, a handicap-accessible fishing pier and is open year-round.

The Village of Somonauk lies at the southern end of DeKalb County. Attend Somonauk Summer Fest July 24 & 25. Featuring Cruise Night, live entertainment, parade, 5K run, tractor pull, craft show, and kids play zone. Fun for the entire family.

Sycamore is a warm, vibrant city full of suburban sophistication and historic charm. Experience our many annual events including Turning Back Time Weekend, Sycamore Film Festival and annual Pumpkin Festival. Take time to explore our museums and relax in our parks. Enjoy the beautiful 100-year old courthouse in the heart of the historic downtown business district or unique finds in our shopping district. We invite you to stay, shop, dine and enjoy our charming city. For more information, visit discoversycamore.com

This tranquil community is taking on a new look. Waterman is a village rich in agricultural and historical traditions located at Routes 30 and 23. Take a miniature train ride, enjoy the playground and skate park year around in Lions Community Park. Stop by our winery and vineyard and try some lively local wines. Join us for Summer Fest. Visit our local orchard, enjoy cider donuts, pick apples, or find the perfect pumpkin. Come back in November for the Lions Club Gobbler Gallop 5K race. Enhance your holiday traditions with a farm-fresh HOKA turkey. Waterman awaits to share its charm with you.


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The NIU Art Museum (first floor, Altgeld Hall) contrasts the challenges of contemporary art with the riches of traditional visual media through rotating displays of exhibitions and related programming.

The Office of External Programs brings the talents and resources of the College to people in the community and region with workshops, conferences, lessons, summer camps, and other events.

The School of Art and Design hosts student and professional exhibitions in the Olson Gallery, 2nd floor, Arends Hall.

The School of Music presents 225 concerts and recitals each year ranging from classical to jazz, world music to experimental.

The School of Theatre and Dance presents over 100 days of theatrical programming from the new and avant garde to the great epochs and classical ballet.

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Welcome Visitors and Area Residents! We invite you to the NIU campus to attend any of our numerous offerings in visual art, music, theatre and dance. Go to www.vpa.niu.edu/cvpa/events to view our current calendar of programs.

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